HVAC and Respiratory Health: How Clean Air Can Prevent Illness and Staffing Shortages
Discover how HVAC systems play a critical role in respiratory health. Learn why proper HVAC maintenance is essential for preventing respiratory illnesses, improving indoor air quality, and reducing staffing shortages in hospitals and workplaces.
Why Preceptors Are Key to the Future of Respiratory Therapy
The journey from student to clinician is one of the most critical transitions in a respiratory therapist’s career—and preceptors are the key to making it successful. In this post, we explore why preceptors matter, what makes a great one, and how trained mentors are essential to the future of respiratory therapy. Whether you're an RT or educator, your role in shaping the next generation has never been more important.
The Growing Shortage of Respiratory Therapists and Educators: What It Means for the Future of Our Profession
The respiratory care field is facing a critical shortage of both clinicians and educators. With an aging workforce, high burnout rates, and limited program capacity, the future of our profession is at risk. In this post, we explore what’s causing the shortage, how it’s affecting patient care and education, and what we can do—together—to ensure respiratory therapy not only survives, but thrives.
The Role of Respiratory Therapists in an AI-Driven Future
Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are revolutionizing healthcare, and respiratory therapy is no exception. From AI-powered ventilators optimizing patient care to robotic-assisted bronchoscopy improving precision, technology is reshaping the field. But does this mean RTs will be replaced? Absolutely not.
In this article, we explore how AI is enhancing—not replacing—respiratory therapists, making their roles even more critical. Learn how predictive analytics, automated diagnostics, and smart respiratory machines are helping RTs provide faster, smarter, and more efficient patient care—and what you can do to stay ahead in this AI-driven future.
Read the full article now to discover how AI is shaping the future of RT!